Job Description

Entity: FinanceJob Family Group: Procurement & Supply Chain Management Group:Role SynopsisThe Sourcing Lead supports various BP businesses with a range of high complexity sourcing, contracting and supplier performance management activities. In addition to sourcing, this role is responsible for developing supplier relationships and proactively identifying value opportunities.This includes demand management, definition of sourcing strategy based on a predefined category framework, source selection, contract negotiation, and contract creation & maintenance.The ideal candidate has extensive experience in sourcing of services and commodities, knowledge of contracts and legal terms, sourcing strategy preparation, coupled with a strong commercial orientation, communication and stakeholder management skills.Key AccountabilitiesThe Sourcing Lead will manage complex, end-to-end Sourcing projects as per business request, inclusive of the following activities:Demand ManagementCase ManagementSourcing StrategySupplier SelectionContractingContract OperationalizationPost Award Contract ManagementSupplier ManagementAcross activity sets, it\'s paramount to ensure that all requests and Scopes of Work liaise with stakeholders to ensure all business requirements are considered/met.Drive and manage various sourcing and contracting projects of medium spend & complexityEnsure that the business requirements are well-understood and accurately covered in the sourcing process. Influence business demand where required and possible.Identify value levers and opportunities to improve value for BP in the marketplaceContribute to the development of strategies from a sourcing team\xe2\x80\x99s sideDevelop Sourcing strategy, including options & scenarios in accordance with the respective Category strategyDefine approach to market and develop source selection criteria based on the business priorities and requirementManage and coordinate the supplier selection process to ensure the most ideal option is chosenManage the all relevant partner and supplier interactions incl. and relationship including senior levels throughout the sourcing projectDefine negotiation strategy, negotiate and agree on relevant contract terms with suppliersDefine contracting strategy, develop and modify contract content based on templates and manage the approval processPropose potential modifications/updates to the relevant contract templates based on category specific requirementsGenerate reports (status, summary etc.) and analyse data depending on the project requirementsTake an innovative approach and lead continuous process improvement initiativesAlign with BP\xe2\x80\x99s Code of Conduct, taking a professional and principled approach to working with suppliers, to ensure transparency, consistency and fairness. Our procurement and supply chain management principles are always applied within that framework and in the context of relevant laws and regulationsAlign with all bp\'s Health, Safety, Security and Environment (HSSE) policies and proceduresProfessional LeadershipRegardless of the specific reporting structure, the Sourcing Lead is encouraged to provide coaching and professional mentorship as assigned by the Sourcing ManagerIf delegated by the Sourcing Manager, they may be the first point of escalation in the Team in specific categories/subcategories or regions supportedEffectively represent the Team in the respective categories in conversations with our partners and suppliers, as assigned by the Sourcing ManagerRepresent the Team and support junior team members in communication and engagement with senior partners, as assigned by the Sourcing ManagerDrive and coordinate issue resolution in sophisticated scenarios propose improvement initiatives that result in long term solution, as assigned by the Sourcing ManagerEssential EducationBachelors\xe2\x80\x99 degree or equivalent experience is required (preferably in business studies)Procurement related professional certification is an advantageEssential Experience and Job RequirementsThe ideal candidate has 5-7 years of practical and application experience in end-to-end sourcing of services and commodities, drafting and negotiating contracts and legal terms, sourcing strategy preparation, coupled with a strong commercial orientation and communication skillsIn-depth understanding of respective category/categories is crucialPrevious experience in the Oil&Gas industry and/or industrial environment is an advantageAbility and exposure in providing professional leadership, coordinate and mentor junior team membersExperience and in understanding of Supplier Performance Management activitiesTrack record of successful Procurement delivery in complex, challenging international environmentsProven experience with contract creation, negotiations and life-cycle managementStrong understanding and experience of Planning and Performance ManagementExperience working in a large and multicultural teamStrong influencing and negotiation skills, as well as proven leadership behaviorsAnalytical abilities including marketplace and financial analysisAbility to communicate effectively with internal and external partners, even at senior levelsFluent in English. Additional languages may mean an advantageStrategic thinking and ability to define sourcing strategiesGlobal / international business experienceBeing able to work under pressure and exacting time constraintsStrong understanding of MS Office products i.e. PowerPoint, Access & Excel.Experience working in an Ariba / Salesforce system environment is an advantageAbility to review and analyse complex data to identify issues and trendsWhy join us?At bp, we support our people to learn and grow in a diverse and exciting environment. We believe that our team is strengthened by diversity. We are committed to encouraging an inclusive environment in which everyone is respected and treated fairly. There are many aspects of our employees\xe2\x80\x99 lives that are meaningful, so we offer benefits to enable your work to fit with your life! These benefits can include flexible working options, paid parental leave policy among others!We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.Travel Requirement No travel is expected with this roleRelocation Assistance: This role is not eligible for relocationRemote Type: This position is a hybrid of office/remote workingSkills:Legal Disclaimer:We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation related to bp\xe2\x80\x99s recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an accommodation related to the recruitment process, please to request accommodations.If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.

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